Intern, Legal

Looking for a chance to make a meaningful difference in the oncology space? Taiho Oncology is on a mission: to improve the lives of patients with cancer, their families, and caregivers. Our “People first” approach means we also highly value our employees, who work relentlessly to help execute our mission. Taiho’s success is founded on ensuring we always act with accountability, collaboration, and trust. By following these guiding principles, we earn and maintain the confidence of patients, the global healthcare community, collaborators and partners, and each other. Together, we are working on cutting-edge science and growing our portfolio and pipeline across a range of tumor types to address the ongoing and evolving needs of patients. Advanced technology, a world-class clinical development organization, and state-of-the-art facilities: these and other resources empower us to innovate and touch the lives of more and more patients. It’s our work, our passion, and our legacy. We invite you to join us.
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Employee Value Proposition:
The selected candidate for this position will have exposure to a fast paced, growing organization specializing in improving the lives of patients with cancer, and will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and insights with respect to legal and compliance matters in the pharmaceutical industry.
Position Summary:
The intern will provide general assistance and support to various members of the Legal and Compliance functions including, but not limited to, in connection with clinical contracting, commercial contract review and processing, legal research, data privacy, review of promotional materials, in each case, as directed by the Director, Senior Counsel.
Performance Objectives:

• Assist with drafting, review, and negotiation of clinical (CTAs) and commercial contracts, including licensing, co-development, mergers and acquisitions, manufacturing and supply, distribution, and other types of agreements.
• Provide support for a variety of legal issues in connection with advising a broad spectrum of business units and functional areas, including business development, supply and sourcing, research & development, IT, HR, and sales and marketing both in the US and Europe.
• Participate in policy and procedure reviews and, as needed, update policy and functional procedures ensuring relevance, clarity, and compliance.
• Support Data Privacy and Data Protection matters.
• Perform legal research with respect to pharmaceutical sales and marketing practices as well as the statutes, regulations and guidance documents applicable to these activities (e.g., the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, regulations and guidance documents; federal and state anti-kickback statutes, regulations and OIG guidance documents and opinions, PhRMA Code, and related policies and guidelines) as well as Delaware/New York corporation law.

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Completion of undergraduate program and first year of law school in pursuit of juris doctor degree.
• Previous office work experience preferable but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Detail and quality oriented.
• Natural curiosity to learn legal and compliance concepts, specifically in the context of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Good project management skills; balance multiple priorities and work closely with cross-functional groups
• A positive attitude, flexibility and a proactive thought process.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to think critically and apply to problem solving.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other Office programs.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25 - $30 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Information: Taiho Oncology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs an accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process, please email People@taihooncology.com. Taiho Oncology also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with our obligations under the law. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The incumbent in this position may be required to perform other duties, as assigned.